Accidents & Violence, Legal-Malpractice / 31.03.2025

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Jersey City, the second-most populous city in New Jersey, is one of the best places to live. The city offers a lot. You can visit Liberty State Park, which has a panoramic view of the Manhattan Skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island; you can experience the Liberty Science Center and a lot more.

The problem is that you are in a city that sees a lot of traffic. Accidents are common in high-traffic cities. You will face serious financial consequences after a Jersey City auto accident.
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Accidents & Violence / 19.03.2025

Las Vegas is a city like no other. It’s the entertainment capital of the world, packed with tourists, flashing lights, and nonstop traffic. At any given moment, thousands of Ubers and Lyfts zip through the city, ferrying visitors between hotels, casinos, and nightclubs. This high demand means more rideshare vehicles on the road and, with that, more accidents. Many visitors aren’t familiar with the city's roads, some drivers are overworked trying to meet their quotas, and distractions are everywhere. These distractions are often in the form of neon signs, drunk pedestrians, or reckless taxi drivers competing for passengers. The combination of all these factors leads to a higher risk of crashes, and when they happen, injuries can be severe. Suppose you’ve been in a rideshare accident in Vegas. In that case, you might be dealing with injuries that affect not only your immediate well-being but also your ability to work, travel, or enjoy your vacation. You should get in touch with a rideshare accident attorney in Las Vegas to help you navigate the legal aspects of being a rideshare accident victim in this city. Below, we’ll go over the most common injuries seen in rideshare accident victims in Vegas, breaking down exactly how they happen, what symptoms to watch for, and why some of them can be worse than they seem at first. (more…)
Accidents & Violence, Pain Research / 18.03.2025

A sudden jolt, a screech of tires, and everything changes instantly. Head and neck injuries often follow car accidents, leaving victims in pain and uncertainty. These injuries range from mild whiplash to severe trauma, impacting daily life, work, and overall well-being. Legal guidance becomes essential in major urban centers where traffic congestion increases the risk of accidents. A car accident lawyer can help victims win compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term care. In this post, we break down the critical actions to take after sustaining a head or neck injury in a car crash. (more…)
Accidents & Violence, Orthopedics / 14.02.2025

Just the word whiplash itself can make your neck stiffen. It's a common injury, often resulting from car accidents, but it can also happen from sports injuries or falls. While many people recover from whiplash within a few weeks, some experience lingering pain and stiffness for months, even years. Understanding whiplash, recognizing its symptoms, and seeking timely treatment are crucial for minimizing its long-term impact on your life.

Understanding Whiplash and Its Long-Term Effects

Whiplash occurs when your neck muscles and ligaments are suddenly stretched and torn, usually due to a rapid back-and-forth movement of the head. Think of it like a sudden jolt to your neck. Common causes include rear-end car collisions, contact sports, and falls.  Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may not appear immediately after the injury. You might experience neck pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, headaches, dizziness, and even tingling or numbness in your arms. If left untreated, whiplash can lead to chronic pain, decreased mobility, and a reduced quality of life. It's important to take whiplash seriously and seek medical attention as soon as possible. You might be wondering, how long does whiplash last? The answer varies, but early intervention is key to a faster recovery. (more…)
Accidents & Violence, Exercise - Fitness, Lancet / 13.04.2014

MedicalResearch.com Interview with: Zoe Michaleff PhD Student, Musculoskeletal Division The George Institute for Global Health Sydney NSW 2000 Australia MedicalResearch.com: What are the main findings of the study? Answer: Our study showed that a 30 minute advice session with two phone call follow ups was as effective for chronic whiplash as the comprehensive physiotherapy exercise program in which participants received twenty, one-hour individually-tailored and supervised exercise sessions over a 12-week period. While people's pain and activity improved in both treatment groups, the most important finding is that there were no differences between groups. This finding held true for all outcome measures except for two secondary outcome measures of self rated recovery (global perceived effect) and functional ability (patient specific functional scale) which were in favour of the comprehensive exercise program however the size of these effects were too small to be considered clinically meaningful. (more…)